... effects from the drug? Also, at which dose did you notice those marked effects?
Thanks!
Those of you that take venlafaxine,how long did it take you to start noticing marked positive...
Question posted by EndTheSuffering on 3 Feb 2023
Last updated on 4 February 2023
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WildcatVet
3 Feb 2023
Everybody is very different in their response to this type of medication. I started at 150mg because I have a very high tolerance for drugs but began seeing some improvements within just a couple of weeks. Eventually I had to increase my dosage for the maximum full effects.
The standard maintenance dose is 75-150mg for many people and they feel some improvement... even if minor... within the first few weeks.
EndTheSuffering
3 Feb 2023
Hey Cat! I’m in my 6th week of Effexor & thus far, I’ve felt nix. Nothing other than the adverse side effects. Is it possible that it may continue like this for the next days/weeks before I feel ANYTHING?
WildcatVet
4 Feb 2023
I'd think you should be feeling something positive by now even if it's just a little... like starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
I forget, what dose are you taking and have you had any increases? Have you talked to your doctor about your lack of progress?
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